Les Villas D'Or: Our full report

Les Villas D'Or are situated at the eastern end of Anse Volbert on the northern coast of Praslin Island, away from the busiest section of the beach. It is a haven of peace and quiet and the beautiful sand and azure-blue sea are just a few footsteps away.

Les Villas D'Or are primarily a self-catering option, although a continental breakfast and dinner can be arranged if requested in advance. The property comprises 10 spacious villas in total, two of which are family villas which have two bedrooms instead of one. The villas are well-spaced out in the property's well-tended tropical gardens, configured in blocks of two (except for the family villas which are stand-alone). Only two of the villas have real sea-views, but all have very pleasant views of the gardens.

The villas are spacious and built from stone in traditional style with bright green corrugated iron roofs. Each villa has a good-sized wooden decked terrace and garden, with sunbeds, reclining chairs, coffee table and clothes horse. The floors of the villas are tiled in white and the walls are painted a pale yellow which gives a light and airy feel.

From the main lounge of the villas concertina-style glass doors open the full breadth of the terrace. In the lounge you will find a wicker cushioned sofa and armchair, teak coffee table and television cabinet. The open-plan kitchen and dining area are towards the rear of the villas, with a table and chairs and breakfast bar. The white-tiled kitchenette is equipped wooden cabinets, a fridge/freezer, electric hob, microwave, kettle, coffee machine and toaster.

The bedrooms have a similarly light and airy feel and are again simply decorated will pale yellow walls and matching curtains, and green floral bedspreads. There are large in-built wooden wardrobes, air-conditioning, electronic safes and wall-mounted hairdryers. There is also a vanity unit with mirror. The white tiled en-suite bathrooms have a shower, toilet, single sink and bidet.

The villas offer a daily maid service (although washing up is not included!) and linen, bath and beach towels are provided.

Les Villas D'Or offer a few facilities for its guests: a small swimming pool, sunbeds, and bicycle rental. The managers are also happy to help guests arrange activities such as golf, diving, island-hopping trips and car hire. Guests can also use the internet in the main office on request and borrow DVDs. As this is a self-catering property there is no restaurant or bar on-site although if you wish to stay on half-board, evening meals can be arranged at “Tante Mimi" restaurant which is about a five minute walk away. A cook can also be hired to cook meals in your villa for you, but advance notice is needed.

This is one of the best self-catering options that we have seen on Praslin Island. The villas are in a beautiful and peaceful location, but are still just a short bike ride to the restaurants and shops of Anse Volbert Village. Book in advance as this is bound to be a popular option!

Geographics

Directions: Les Villas D'Or are situated about 25 minutes' drive from Praslin Airport and about 10 minutes from the jetty.

Accessible by: Self-drive or Fly-and-Transfer

Food & drink

Usual board basis: Room Only

Food quality: This is a self-catering property but an in-villa continental breakfast and dinner service can be provided if advance notice is given. If staying on half-board evening meals are taken at “Tante Mimi" restaurant.

Special interests

Family holidays: Les Villas d’Or provide a simple, self-catering accommodation for great-value family beach holidays in the Seychelles. Families might appreciate the flexibility these villas offer, as well as the little pool and some room for children to play outside.

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